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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to Folkestone
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bournemouth to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Folkestone will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bournemouth for Folkestone every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 219 km distance in an average of 7 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:307h30Bournemouth20:00Folkestone£141One-way0 changes
- 12:307h30Bournemouth20:00Folkestone£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bournemouth to Folkestone
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Folkestone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 219 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price |
8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bournemouth to Folkestone bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Folkestone coaches for today, Thursday 9 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:30 Bournemouth | 7h15 | 21:45 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 19:15 Bournemouth | 6h05 | 1:20 Folkestone | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Folkestone
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Buses from Bournemouth to Folkestone run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:27, the last at 19:15. The fastest coach covers the 219 km distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 219 km |
Average bus duration 7h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 4:27 |
Last bus 19:15 |
FAQs: Bournemouth to Folkestone coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Folkestone by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Folkestone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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